Quality Technician

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for effective support of the development, implementation, and maintenance of Product and Processes through participation in Advanced Product Quality Planning; participation in and surveillance of Incoming, Set-up, In-Process, Final, Containment, and Dock Audit Inspection Processes; participation in Corrective, Preventive and Continual Improvement Actions. Also responsible for the support and maintenance of the TS-16949 Quality Management System. Maintains assigned reporting for the communication and assessment of Process and Product performance.

CORPORATE GOALS:

Sanko Gosei Technologies Incorporated is a custom injection molding company that strives to:

• Provide defect-free, cost efficient products to our customers in a timely manner.
• Operate as a world class supplier for the mutual benefit of both our customers and our employees.
• Operate in a team-based environment, where all employees are involved in continuously improving company performance.
• Develop suppliers who will provide products and services of superior quality and treat them in a manner to maintain good relations.
• Maintain a union-free organization.
• Provide shareholders with a long term return on investment superior to other opportunities of equal risk.
• Fulfill our responsibilities in the community in which we operate.
• Promote safe work practices and be conscious of environmental responsibilities.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Employees will be trained to all applicable company standards as identified on the company training matrix TR-401

• Participates in Product Launch and Change Activities, including fulfillment of Customer Specific Requirements and Sanko Gosei APQP system requirements.
• Participates in compiling and maintaining APQP related documents (Flow Chart, PFMEA, Control Plan)
• Participates in compilation, timely submission, and maintenance of PPAP requirements.
• Responsible for creating and maintaining Standardized Operator Work Instructions, Quality Standards, Appearance Criteria, and Quality Samples.
• Responsible for maintaining high standards of quality and reliability; and providing effective communication of Quality related issues.
• Participates in Corrective, Preventive, and Continual Improvement Activities.
• Supports TS16949 & ISO 14001 Management Systems
• Participates in Measurement System Activities including GR&R studies, Development of Gage Instructions, Training of Inspectors, and calibration.
• Participates in the development, implementation, monitor, and reaction to Product and Process Verification.
• Supports and participates in company efforts to resolve customer driven quality issues.
• Supports and participates in the compilation of company performance metric reports
• Supports continuous improvement efforts in product and process performance.
• Other assignments as designated by the Quality Manager or Operations Management Team.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Strong leadership ability and a high degree of ethical and professional standards. Must be trusted by subordinates, peers, and superiors, and must be willing to accept responsibility for their performance.
• Experience with Plastic Injection Molding Processes and Product.
• Minimum of an Associate degree or 2 years experience.
• Requires a commitment to continuous improvement in order to meet ever increasing demands for improved quality, cost, and delivery performance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the Manufacturing Operations Team
• Strong problem solving skills of both the interpersonal, and the technical side of the operation.
• Organized and structured approach to the work environment, with strong attention to details.
• Ability to Train Operators and Inspectors in processes related instructions.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Applications and Plex manufacturing software.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to quickly learn new technologies.
• Ability to handle stressful employee situations, and to treat people with respect.
• Ability to excel in a team-based environment.
• Ability to perform in a proactive mode, and to plan and respond accordingly.
• Must be willing to travel on a limited basis.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

The Quality Technician reports to the Quality Manager.